curated spaces Archives

BetaBeacon

February 3, 2025

Google’s ‘ultimate goal’ is for Android games to work seamlessly across mobile, XR, large screens

Google is working on creating a seamless Android app experience across all form factors, including mixed-reality headsets and glasses. They are focusing on adapting apps to work well on different platforms and are investing in features like Curated Spaces and Collections on Google Play to enhance user experience. More updates are expected later in 2025.

AppWizard

August 1, 2024

Google Play Store: Upgraded App Personalization and AI Spaces

Google is transforming its Play Store app by introducing new features to enhance user experience and personalize content. Key updates include: - A "Personalization in Play" section that allows users to select content categories for tailored recommendations and improve data management. - Enhanced privacy controls that give users autonomy over their data usage, accessible through “Your Play content.” - AI-generated reviews and information for apps, highlighting features and functionalities. - AI-curated spaces for users, including a new curated comics space in Japan. - A widget feature for U.S. users to pin Play Store collections to their home screens. - Multi-game support for Google Play Games on PC, allowing users to run two games simultaneously and transition between mobile devices and PCs. These features will be rolled out in an upcoming Play Store app update.

AppWizard

July 24, 2024

The Google Play app on your Android phone is getting a huge update | Digital Trends

The first major update to the Google Play app on Android phones introduces AI capabilities, allowing users to utilize AI to browse and display app reviews, compare apps, and provide highlights for easier reading and relevance.